Helmut Walcha

Helmut Walcha (1907–1991) was a German organist, composer and university teacher.

Also recorded as Arthur Emil Helmut Walcha.

Overview

Born at Leipzig in 1907, died at Frankfurt in 1991.

In detail

Helmut Walcha studied at University of Music and Theatre Leipzig. the recorded working language is German.

The field of work recorded is classical music. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are Baroque music.

Employment is recorded with Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts.

Distinctions recorded are Hessian Order of Merit, Knight Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, Goethe Plaque of the City of Frankfurt and Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Sources

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    “Helmut Walcha”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q133677: Helmut Walcha

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